U.S. Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championship
It's back - the U.S. Open Chainsaw Sculpture Championship! From August 11-14, 2022 at the Wisconsin Logging Museum, guest carvers from near (and really far) will be putting on a show as they compete to make sculptures out of wood. While there will be wood carvers from Wisconsin and other U.S. states, we'll also be welcoming carvers from as far as Japan, Australia, and Wales! Click the following links to see a schedule of events, a list of carvers, and a link to purchase tickets! Details »
Things To Do
Music at the Museum
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and come on out to the Chippewa Valley Museum for Music at the Museum! Different musicians and groups are scheduled to perform from July through August. Get more details and see the lineup at the following link! Learn More »
National Night Out
Head out to Carson Park on Tuesday, August 2, 2022, for National Night Out! This community event brings our residents together to meet neighbors and the local police while celebrating the united stand we take as partners against crime and disorder in our community. The event takes place from 5:30-8:00 pm featuring carnival games for kids, food, inflatables music, prizes and much more! Learn More »
Dark Star Orchestra at The Pines Music Park
Celebrate the Grateful Dead Experience for two nights (2 sets per night) at the Pines Music Park in Eau Claire, WI August 19-20 featuring opening acts The Kyle Tuttle Band (Friday) and the People Brothers Band (Saturday). 2-day and 1-day tickets are available for purchase. All tickets include unreserved tent camping and parking on-site next to your tent or in their daily parking lot. Learn more about the Dark Star Orchestra and purchase tickets at the link below!
Tubing
It's not a complete summer in Eau Claire without crossing "Floating down the Chippewa River" off your summer bucket list. When it comes to tubing, our locals have it down pat. To visitors that may not know where to get in/out or have any other questions before they get on the river, we've got your back. Here is everything you need to know before you launch your tube into the river.
Wineries
Our state may be known for its love for craft beer, but lucky for us, we're pretty big on wine too! There are several wineries in the Chippewa Valley that have plenty of delicious wines that you'll be itching to taste and perhaps even bring home. Explore all the wineries in and near Eau Claire and plan your summer visit to a beautiful vineyard!